Production Supervisor - Paper Manufacturing

Visy Group; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth

Sustainability focus

Leave benefits

Staff discounts

Job summary

Visy is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead sections of the daily paper mill operations, ensuring production targets are met with top quality and safety.

You will coach and empower shift teams, drive continuous improvement, manage large rotating equipment, and coordinate shutdowns and maintenance.

This role requires 5–15 years in paper manufacturing, a mechanical or chemical engineering background, and eligibility for an Australian work visa with sponsorship.

Qualifications

• 5–15 years of experience in paper manufacturing
• Strong understanding of paper machine operations and quality fundamentals
• Proven ability to lead teams in a shift-based, heavy industrial environment
• Hands-on experience with large rotating equipment and plant operations
• Exposure to shutdowns, maintenance and continuous improvement
• Project or improvement initiative experience
• Eligibility for an Australian work visa (with sponsorship support)

Responsibilities

• Support shift teams across paper machine operations, driving safety, output and quality
• Stay close to the floor, supporting teams and solving problems in real time
• Coordinate daily production activities to meet targets in a continuous process environment
• Support shutdowns, maintenance and reliability improvements
• Monitor performance, identify issues early and drive corrective actions
• Build capability in your team through coaching and clear communication
• Work cross-functionally to improve processes and deliver operational outcomes
• Take ownership of on-call responsibilities and respond to plant issues

Skills

Leadership

Safety mindset

Problem solving

Continuous improvement

Team coaching

Education

Mechanical or Chemical Engineering degree

Job description

• Opportunities for career growth and professional development
• Take initiative and make your mark in this key influential role
• Make a difference with sustainability at the forefront

The Production Supervisor will be involved in and responsible for sections of the daily operations of the paper mill process, ensuring that production targets are met while meeting and exceeding the high standards of quality and safety. You will have a strong background in paper manufacturing, excellent leadership skills, and a deep understanding of the paper manufacturing process including the fundamentals of paper quality management.

What you’ll do

• Support shift teams across paper machine operations, driving safety, output and quality
• Stay close to the floor, supporting teams and solving problems in real time
• Coordinate daily production activities to meet targets in a continuous process environment
• Support shutdowns, maintenance and reliability improvements
• Monitor performance, identify issues early and drive corrective actions
• Build capability in your team through coaching and clear communication
• Work cross-functionally to improve processes and deliver operational outcomes
• Take ownership of on-call responsibilities and respond to plant issues

What you will bring

• Mechanical or Chemical Engineering background
• 5–15 years’ experience in paper manufacturing
• Strong understanding of paper machine operations and quality fundamentals
• Proven ability to lead teams in a shift-based, heavy industrial environment
• Hands-on experience with large rotating equipment and plant operations
• Exposure to shutdowns, maintenance and continuous improvement
• Project or improvement initiative experience
• Ability to take ownership, drive outcomes, and thrive in a team environment
• Eligibility for an Australian work visa (with sponsorship support)

What you’ll love when you join us

• Career growth: Clear pathways into senior leadership roles
• Sustainability: Be part of a business shaping the circular economy
• Leave Benefits: Purchase leave options for extra flexibility
• Staff Discounts: Retail discounts at RSEA, Avis, Harvey Norman and other retailers

About Visy

Visy is powering the circular economy, closing the loop between packaging, remanufacturing and recycling. As Australia’s leading recycled and kraft paper manufacturer, Visy Pulp and Paper is a big part of our business. Our integrated recycling and manufacturing operations means we collect paper and cardboard from households and businesses and turn it into up to 100% recycled paper. We are also home to the world’s most environmentally friendly kraft paper mill in Tumut, providing high-quality kraft paper for domestic and international markets. The paper we produce supplies our board facilities across Australia and New Zealand, where it is remanufactured into cardboard packaging for the food and beverage industry.

You will be required to meet Visy’s employment criteria which will include a criminal history check and pre-employment medical (including drug & alcohol testing)

Visy is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.

These roles are only open to candidates currently residing in Australia with full working rights.